Definition of portray

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  • portray is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • portray is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • portray is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of portray

  • assume or act the character of (verb)

    Examples

    1. The actor portrays an elderly, lonely man

    Synonyms

    1. impersonate
  • represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture (verb)

    Examples

    1. The father is portrayed as a good-looking man in this painting

    Synonyms

    1. present
  • make a portrait of (verb)

    Examples

    1. Goya wanted to portray his mistress, the Duchess of Alba

    Synonyms

    1. depict
    2. limn
  • portray in words (verb)

    Examples

    1. The book portrays the actor as a selfish person

See definition of portray in Merriam Webster